Do you want to feel more satisfied in your job? Perhaps you need to flip your list. You've met satisfied EMS employees in the past. You've also, no doubt, met some dissatisfied EMS employees along … [Read more...]
FDNY Commissioners Son Quits After Racist Tweets
March 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The fire commissioner’s son quit the Emergency Medical Service Monday after he was accused of accused of sending racist and offensive tweets. Joseph Cassano, 23, son of FDNY head Salvatore Cassano, … [Read more...]
Medtronic Save-A-Life Simulator Scores
February 22, 2013 by 3 Comments
As frequent readers are aware, sometimes when I encounter a public service announcement or online training tool that is so clever that it amazes me, I feel compelled to pass it on. This month is … [Read more...]
What Should I do? Looking For Medical Advice on The Internet
November 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Emma is deeply concerned about her recent diagnosis. Apparently some sort of cerebral hemorrhage. "Just last month I was diagnosed with a bleeding brain." She reports in a recent comment here on this … [Read more...]
“But…I Can’t Afford An Ambulance!”
October 31, 2012 by 1 Comment
If you've worked in the medical transport business for any length of time, you've undoubtedly heard a patient express their concern about the very real expense of medical transport. It's an awkward … [Read more...]
When Should You Turn On Your Lights and Use Your Siren?
July 2, 2012 by 8 Comments
Instead of offering up a teaching tidbit, I'd like to take this post in another direction. I'll offer up a story and you can tell me if I did the right thing or not. This story is true. I'll tell it … [Read more...]
On Making A Difference
June 1, 2012 by 1 Comment
"Let me light my lamp." says the star, "And never debate if it will help to remove the darkness." - Rabindranath Tagore, Indian poet and playwright … [Read more...]
Under Construction
February 28, 2012 by 1 Comment
Hey ya'll. Do things look a little funny? Sorry. I'm redesigning the site and what you are looking at is some version of the future EMT Spot. Come back soon and see how it … [Read more...]
Introducing the NAEMT
January 29, 2012 by 4 Comments
If you are an EMT of any rank or variety, I'd like to introduce you to a friend that you may not know about. For your entire career in EMS, you've had a friend who has tirelessly advocated for your … [Read more...]
Great New Hands Only CPR Video
January 6, 2012 by 1 Comment
I have to give credit where credit is due. The British Heart Foundation recently released a public service announcement video staring tough-guy actor Vinnie Jones. (See Lock, Stock and Two Smoking … [Read more...]
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